2 tint or not 2 tint?

[Sisqouc]

No benifit to South windows.

Gee I wonder why Solis/V-Kool used to be distributed by SOUTH WALL TECHNOLOGIES?

[Guest ricklaugh]

I am a bit confused though...... are you concerned only with the heat, or safety factors as well from wind blown debris?

Sorry for the confusion, but I am after all...just a simple Canadian )

LOL

almo

[*]326760

My main concern is reducing the heat. My wife also wants maximum light transmittance. Safety factors are a minor concern to heat. Based on various spec sheets that I have read on the web, I believe I can quantify it as follows: we want better than 50% total solar energy rejected and better than 50%, maybe 60% of visible light to be transmitted through. I came across something called Hilite 70 by Bekaert in their Panorama series. It is advertised as 55% total solar energy rejected while allowing 72% visible light transmittance. That almost sounds too good to be true. Do you know anything about this? Given these specs, I bet it is more expensive as well. Since we can't have a clear film with superior heat reduction, what is the next best, cost effective solution?

[blade]

funny you mention that...as soon as I read this...

we want better than 50% total solar energy rejected and better than 50%, maybe 60% of visible light to be transmitted through.

first thing that came to mind was Hilite

[blade]

70% is basically clear rick. you'll never know it's there, other than the heat rejection and lack of sun damage.

[Guest ricklaugh]

if you like the night vision....llumar has a dual reflective and solargard/panarama has a slate.  all listed are very good films.  very effective as well.

[*]326702

Do you know anything about Bekaert Panorama Hilite 70? The specs that I have read on the web are impressive. Since we obviously cannot have a clear solar film with superior heat reduction, what is the next best, cost effective solution? Summary:

Heat Reduction: main priority. I would like enough reduction to eliminate need for blinds, etc.

Light transmittance: number two priority. Want as much as light as possible.

Safety film: not a concern

Glare: low to medium priority. We do receive glare from a pond directly behind our home on the south side. The sun does reflect off of the pond and into the home in the middle of the day.

Privacy: low priority. Neighbors are 100 yards in all directions.

Winter concerns: very few since we live in central FL.

Colors: not that important. Prefer clear, neutrals, grays, etc. I don't believe the wife would prefer bronze, copper, etc.

I hope that helps. Thanks!

[Guest ricklaugh]

funny you mention that...as soon as I read this...

we want better than 50% total solar energy rejected and better than 50%, maybe 60% of visible light to be transmitted through.

first thing that came to mind was Hilite

[*]326823

Apparently, we were typing at the same time. Thanks for the reply. Is Hilite expensive? If so, are there alternatives? Thanks again for your help.

[blade]

Hilite is expensive. more expensive than the other estimates you got. you could look into Panarama Sterling films. In my opinion even going with a 50% film is light enough that you'll never notice that it's there. I've got Bronze 35% on my home and NO ONE notices that it's tinted (from the inside anyway).

Panarama or Vista films are great films that can fullfill your needs. I don't know enough about other brands to comment.

[Guest tintgod]

have you checked out suntek... here is the link

they have a SYDS50.. 47% VLT/50%TSER..dual reflective..very nice looking film..check it out..

just helping you out with other options

and an excellent alternative to those high end films

just like metint said...just becuz it is a cheaper film...doesnt mean that it is lower quality

[blade]

if glare is an issue at all then don't go lighter than 35% IMO. I could have whatever film I want on my home and I've got the standard line from Bekaert.

[Devil with bad attitude]

The Hilite 70 is a new release for worldwide consumption.

It is very expensive film being sputter coated and offers high light transmission with reasonable total solar energy rejection and a reflectivity of not more than normal clear glass.

That's if you consider 55% TSER adequate enough?

Forget glare reduction as it is nearly clear on the glass.

Consider also their Panorama ST 60A as a much cheaper alternative (well at least downunder it is).

Devil